Nature & EnvironmentStable Study ProspectsBachelor

Viticulture and Enology

Also known as: Wine Science, Enology and Viticulture

Students in Viticulture and Enology learn the science and practice of grape growing (viticulture) and winemaking (enology). The program covers everything from vineyard management and grape physiology to fermentation science, sensory evaluation, and wine business. Graduates are prepared for careers in vineyard management, winemaking, quality control, wine marketing, and research within the global wine industry.
ViticultureEnologyVineyard ManagementWine BusinessFermentation ScienceAgricultureFood ScienceScienceManagementSTEM

High School Preparation

Required Subjects

BiologyChemistryMathematicsEnglish/Language Arts

Recommended GPA

3.0-3.5

Advanced Courses (AP/IB/Honors)

  • AP Biology
  • AP Chemistry
  • IB Biology HL

Core Subjects

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Career Prospects

Stable Study Prospects
Graduates can pursue roles as winemakers, vineyard managers, enologists, viticulturists, sensory analysts, or wine marketing specialists. Opportunities exist in wineries, vineyards, research institutions, and distribution companies worldwide.

Impact of AI on this Study

AI is increasingly used in viticulture for precision farming, monitoring vine health, predicting harvests, and optimizing irrigation. In enology, AI assists with fermentation control, quality assurance, and even predicting consumer preferences for wine profiles.